Lab Glassware Washer

at  Stanford University

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Stanford Bio-X supports, organizes, and facilitates interdisciplinary research connected to biology and medicine. Ideas and methods embodied in engineering, computer science, physics, chemistry, and other fields are being brought to bear upon important challenges in bioscience. In turn, bioscience creates new opportunities in other fields. Significant discoveries and creative inventions are accelerated through formation of new collaborative teams. Students and faculty are broadening and enriching their training in science and technology to more fully integrate fields, departments, and schools at Stanford. Educational events for Bio-X participants and for the public are planned to motivate thoughtful discussions of social and ethical issues connected with scientific advances.
We aim to make Stanford the most exciting place in the world for combining a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines in biosciences research and for training the next generation of leaders.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Glassware Washer will wash laboratory glassware and maintain cleanliness of laboratory and equipment. In addition, may perform incidental functions of Laboratory Assistants. Work is initially done under direct supervision and then periodically spot-checked.

• Examples of specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Pick-up and delivery of glassware for a specific group of laboratories daily
• Ensure labeling of each item and maintenance of accurate records
• Cleaning glassware by hand or by STERIS washing/drying machine
• Autoclave all glassware for the prescribed amount of time and seal the openings with aluminum foil to preserve sterility
• Ensure glassware equipment is used to its full capacity
• Ensure glassware is kept clean and in their proper location
• Act as a backup to other Clack Center glassware washers
• Cleaning of apparatus and equipment
• General clean-up of laboratory, sterilizing media, reagents, instruments, etc.

This is a 50% FTE, benefits-eligible position. All final candidates must complete a background check.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of high school diploma and some familiarity with a laboratory environment helpful but not required. Will be trained to do this work.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Six months of laboratory glass-washing experience strongly preferred, including knowledge of the use of industrial washers and autoclaves.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to follow detailed oral and/or written instructions (both verbal and written instructions).
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform the characteristic duties.
• Habits of cleanliness and neatness.
• Demonstrated punctuality and consistent attendance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks.
• Write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts.
• Frequently stand/walk, perform seated work, operate special machines
• Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, light fine grasping.
• Lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.
• Rarely help move heavier items (e.g., chairs or lab equipment; packages of supplies; drums containing 2 to 15 gallons, depending on ability.
• In some Glassware Washing operations, occasionally may pull a wheeled Glassware cart that weighs approximately 100 pounds.
• Ability to open and close an autoclave door
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• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Wash laboratory glassware using a variety of methods: handwashing, machine washing, acid cleaning, boiling, autoclaving, etc.
• Perform miscellaneous laboratory duties such as cleaning of apparatus and equipment, general clean-up of laboratory, sterilizing media, reagents, instruments, etc.
• May perform incidental functions of the Laboratory Assistant I.
• Adhere to safety rules.